The recently launched Basalt marks Citroen’s entry into the coupe SUV segment. Positioned as an affordable alternative to the mid-size SUV like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and the upcoming Tata Curvv, the Citroen Basalt is priced from Rs 7.99 lakh to Rs 13.62 lakh (ex-showroom). It comes in three variant options – You, Plus and Max. Here’s what its each variant has on offer: –
Citroen Basalt You
| Powertrain | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol |
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 7.99 lakh (manual) |
Key Features:-
- Body-coloured bumpers
- Chrome inserts for the grille
- Body side sill cladding
- Blacked-out A- and B-pillars
- 16-inch steel wheels
- Integrated headrests for both rows
- Manual AC with heater
- Front power windows
- 12V front power socket
- 3-point seat belt for all
- ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Six airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Reverse parking sensors
- ESP
- Hill hold control
- Speed alert system
Citroen Basalt Plus
| Powertrain | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol |
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 9.99 lakh (Manual) | Rs 11.49 lakh (Manual), Rs 12.79 lakh (Auto) |
| Premium over You Variant | Rs 2 lakh | – |
Key Features (over You variant): –
- High gloss black front grille
- Body-coloured side mirrors
- High gloss black finish on door mirrors
- Wheel arch cladding
- Full wheel covers
- LED DRLs
- LED projector headlamps (turbo variant only)
- Front fog lamps (turbo variant only)
- Skid plates (turbo variant only)
- Turn indicators on side mirrors
- Adjustable headrests
- URBAN GREY fabric upholstery
- All four power windows
- Dual-tone interiors
- Satin chrome on inside door handles
- Glossy black accents on door armrest, side ac vents outer ring, central ac vents, and steering wheel controls
- Premium printed roofline (turbo variant only)
- Automatic AC (turbo variant only)
- Rear AC vents (turbo variant only)
- Remote keyless entry
- Power adjustable side mirrors
- Electric & auto fold function for side mirrors (turbo variant only)
- Tilt-adjustment function for steering
- Day/night IRVM
- Height-adjustable driver’s seat
- Parcel shelf
- Seatback pockets
- Co-driver vanity mirror
- Rear centre armrest with cup holders
- Front centre armrest (turbo variant only)
- Idle start/stop (turbo variant only)
- Rear defogger (turbo variant only)
- Front USB charger
- Rear fast chargers (turbo variant only)
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto
- 4 speakers
- Steering mounted controls
- Coloured digital instrument cluster
- Rear cabin lamp (turbo variant only)
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
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Citroen Basalt Max
| Powertrain | 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol |
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 12.28 lakh (Manual), Rs 13.62 lakh (Auto) (Rs 21,000 extra for dual-tone paint option) |
| Premium over You Variant | Up to Rs 83,000 |
Key Features (over Plus variant): –
- 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
- Sharkfin antenna
- Body side door moulding and inserts
- Leatherette upholstery
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 2 tweeters
- Connected car tech with over 40+ features
- Wireless smartphone charger
- Rearview camera
Citroen Basalt Specifications
| Engine | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol | 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol | |
| Gearbox Options | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual | 6-speed torque converter automatic |
| Max Power | 82PS | 110PS | 110PS |
| Peak Torque | 115Nm | 190Nm | 205Nm |
| Fuel efficiency (Mileage) | 18 km/l | 19.5 km/l | 18.7 km/l |
Citroen Basalt Colour Options
Citroen offers the Basalt in seven colourways, comprising five monotone and two dual-tone shades.
| Monotone | Dual-tone |
| – Polar White – Steel Grey – Platinum Grey – Cosmo Blue – Garnet Red | – Polar White Body with Perla Nera Black Roof – Garnet Red Body with Perla Nera Black Roof |
Citroën Basalt Pros, Cons & Drive Impressions | Rs 7.99 Lakh | Gagan Choudhary
